Nuclear Reactor Operator Jobs in Virginia
Nuclear Reactor Operator jobs in Virginia are open across Newport News, Surry, and Charlottesville and other Virginia metros, with employers like Dominion Energy, Inova Health, and Riverside Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
Job Summary
North Anna is looking for a supervisor nuclear project controls. This position will supervise staff in providing project controls support for tasks assigned to the Nuclear Site Services Department at the Nuclear Station. These tasks include development of capital budgets, project authorization, project and construction schedules, and project variance and forecast reporting on capital maintenance projects. Coordinate activities of Controls Specialist. Interface with station management and other departments to assure effective control and reporting of construction and maintenance project costs, scheduling, and budgeting. Provide expertise in developing the station capital budget and five-year forecast. Ensure closing out and maintenance of project authorizations. Assign projects to employees and track the completion of each assignment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:
- 7+ years of finance and accounting experience, including a minimum of two years in a leadership role preferred.
- Familiarity with processes required to implement physical modifications to the facility.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong personal computer skills including Maximo, SAP, DocTop, Microsoft Office Suite, Plant Access Management System (PAMS), P3e Scheduling Tool.
- Familiarity with creating and processing schedules using Primavera Project Planner software.
- Lead personnel to execute work safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrates high level of ownership for their responsibilities, persists through adversity, and follows through with commitments.
- Acts with bias for action to challenge and correct behaviors and promote high standards of performance.
- Demonstrates high level integrity, safety, professionalism, and appropriate behavior driven results.
- Proactively communicates information and decisions to personnel and station leaders in a manner that is honest, direct, and meaningful.
- Maintains appropriate oversight of his/her personnel and team members and acts promptly to provide direction when necessary.
- Demonstrated ability to understand a wide variety of topics and be sufficiently involved to ensure all work items under their area of responsibility are produced with the highest degree of quality including technical accuracy.
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Bachelor
Preferred Disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Construction Engineering
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Office Work Environment 76-100%
Travel Up to 25%
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing Required
Export Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
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Nuclear Reactor Operator Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Dominion Energy3

- Inova Health2

- Riverside Health2

- Carilion Clinic1

- Framatome1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Energy4
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear reactor operator jobs across Virginia.
- NRC Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator license or license eligibility
- Experience operating or training on a commercial or naval nuclear reactor
- Proficiency in emergency operating procedures and technical specification adherence
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access authorization and security clearance
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- Strong knowledge of reactor physics, coolant systems, and plant instrumentation
Nuclear Reactor Operator Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many nuclear reactor operator jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 11+ nuclear reactor operator openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Newport News, Surry, and Charlottesville. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
Which Virginia cities have the most nuclear reactor operator jobs?
Newport News, Surry, and Charlottesville have the most nuclear reactor operator openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire nuclear reactor operators in Virginia?
Employers hiring nuclear reactor operators in Virginia include Dominion Energy, Inova Health, and Riverside Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote nuclear reactor operator jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 0% of nuclear reactor operator openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for nuclear reactor operator jobs in Virginia?
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